21. Island Of Crete Guide about crete, with information on geography, culture, travel, the Cretan diet, and economy, with photo gallery and links. http://www.island-of-crete.net

22. Sitia Rural Tourism Office Bureau offering alternative tourism holidays. Its purpose is to promote a different kind of holiday for those interested in rural life, culture and nature both in the district of Sitia and the rest of crete. http://www.mitos.com.gr/sitia/

SITIA RURAL TOURISM OFFICE HOLIDAYS TOURS FOR ALTERNATIVE TOURISM Still under construction Sitia Rural Tourism Office is a bureau offering alternative tourism holidays. Its purpose is to promote a different kind of holiday for those interested in rural life, culture and nature both in the district of Sitia and the rest of Crete It is concerned with bringing visitors into contact with the true spirit of the place and the people offering a different kind of holiday for which it is essential that the groups should be kept small (8-15 persons). These groups will be offered the hospitality of places chosen especially for their warm friendly atmosphere and they will be accompanied by local guides who know and love their own part of the world. The programmes offered by our Rural Tourism Office satisfactorily combine the charm of exploration and adventure with peace and the security of knowing you are amongst friends, a warm atmosphere and the human approach allowing you to get to know at first hand the less frequented cor ners of an area and the hidden pages of a culture with the help of experienced guides who will unwind Ariadne's thread for you through the labyrinth of discoveries. These tours are for people who want to get off the beaten track, who are looking for unspoiled little villages, picturesque paths and wide open spaces, for a good local tavern, for the fascinating places away from the coast, for things of cultural interest and the wonders of nature.

23. Minoans: Women In Minoan Culture The rapid growth of industry on crete included skilled craftswomen and entrepreneurs,and the large, topheavy bureaucracy and Next Minoan Visual culture http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/MINOA/WOMEN.HTM

matrilineal , that is, kinship descent was reckoned through the mother. We live in a patrilineal Richard Hooker Change to . . . The Minoans The Land Minoan History and Peoples Minoan Religion Women in Minoan Culture Minoan Visual Culture Bull-Jumping The Myceneans Mycenean Religion The Greek Dark Ages: 1200-700 BC Homer "Polyphemos," from The Odyssey , Book IX Gallery of Minoa and Mycenae Ancient Greece Timeline Readings in Ancient Greek Culture Ancient Greece Atlas A Glossary of Ancient Greek Terms and Concepts Internet Resources on Greece About "Bureaucrats and Barbarians" Bibliography of Sources ©1996, Richard Hooker For information contact: Richard Hines Updated 6-6-1999

24. ÄÞìïò Ìáêñý Ãéáëïý - Makri Yialos Municipality Guide about Makri Gialos in Eastern crete, with information on geography, culture, travel, the Cretan diet, and economy, with photo gallery, accomodations, and transportation. http://www.makrigialos.gr

25. PREFECTURE OF RETHYMNON Map with cultural spots like museums and archaeological sites. http://www.culture.gr/maps/crete/rethimno/rethimno.html

Prefecture of R ETHYMNON T his is a sensitive map. It is also a "magic" map. Behind each icon you see on your screen lays a fascinating piece of the Greek history. If you wish to learn about it, just select the icon of your preference on the map or the corresponding title in the tables underneath. MAP LEGEND Museum - Collection - Gallery Archaeological Site - Ancient Monument Byzantine Site - Byzantine Monument Recent (after 1830) Monument - Architectural Ensemble Prefecture of RETHYMNON Museums Ancient and Byzantine Monuments Recent Monuments Archaeological Museum of Rethymnon Museum of the Monastery of Arkadi Museum of the Preveli Monastery Historical and Folk Art Museum of Rethymnon ... [Announcements-Press_Releases]

26. The History Of Plumbing (CRETE) A brief history of the Minoan culture and their contributions to the field of plumbing and sewage. http://www.theplumber.com/crete.html

this page is sponsored by: since 1995, famous, recommended plumbing supplier: Famous PlumbingSupply.com to International Toilet History in India and the World The History of Plumbing - CRETE A cross the Mediterranean Sea from Mesopotamia, the ancient people of Crete and their Minoan sea-kings were leaving their mark on the early annals of history. Between 3000-1500 B.C., their early plumbers had laid elaborate systems of sewage disposal and drainage that resemble one of today. In fact, archaeologists have discovered underground channels that remained virtually unchanged for several centuries, except for extensions to include structures built over the original ones. Some vestiges of the pipes still carry off the heavy rains. Unlike hot and dry Mesopotamia, Crete suffered from extremes of variable climate and geography. Some say those forces provided the catalyst to design systems for the inhabitants' comfort. Likewise, the sharp and jagged slopes of the country provided an early understanding into the principles of hydraulics. A terra cotta tub from the Palace of King Minos, circa 1700 B.C.

27. SFAKIA, CRETE, GREECE: Culture Of Crete culture of crete. We, Cretans, are permanently in love with our islandand what it stands for. We are in love with its spirit which http://www.sfakia-crete.com/sfakia-crete/culture.html

Make a choice Sfakia - Introduction Sfakia - History Sfakia - Culture *NEW* Cretan music Sfakia - Nature *NEW* Sea life Sfakia - People *NEW* Greek Christmas traditions Sfakia - What can you do? Hotel Stavris, Chora Sfakion Studios Stavris, Frangokastello Taverna 3 Brothers, Chora Sfakion Taverna Giorgos, Komitades Flights, ferries, busses Taxi transfers Car rentals Sfakia climate Museums in Crete Sfakia picture gallery Frequently asked questions Satellite images of Crete Sfakia links Villages of Sfakia region Who are we? Get info Tour Operator contact Books about Crete ONLINE RESERVATION Regular Customers Section *NEW* Sfakia Message Board Download Sfakia Screensaver Email us! Culture of Crete We, Cretans, are permanently in love with our island and what it stands for. We are in love with its spirit which evolved from vivacious Minoan times through perpetual and eventful contacts with different races and civilizations, the Dorians, the Egyptians, the Byzantines, the Arabs, the Venetians, the Turks... This very special spirit transcends the limits of culture; we have learnt to distinguish it in all aspects of our life. It runs through the "rizitika" folk songs; it resides in plant motifs of ancient earthenware; it characterizes the way a shepherd drives its flock of sheep to the slopes of the Sfakian mountains; it is diffused in the aroma of "diktamos" herb and adds fire to the eyes of a solitary priest saying mass at a small country church, a handgun passed in it's belt...

28. Artemis Travel Agency Venizelou Str. Malia crete 70007 Greece Tel. +30 28970 33767 33535Fax. +30 28970 33768 E-mail info@creteholidays.net. crete http://www.creteholidays.net/culture.asp

Home Accommodation Car Rental Package Tours ... About Crete Currently Browsing:: About Crete Geography History Culture Useful Info More Links Cretan Diet Greek Language Religion Culture Intro Crete is an island of contradictions at the crossroads of 3 continents, Europe, Asia and Africa, an island with a long history and a rich inherited culture and civilisation. The culture and tradition of the Cretan people date back in the Minoan Era and in ancient Greece as well. Religion plays an important role in Cretan people's lives with Easter being the most glorious of all religious celebrations. The Cretan diet is based on a wide range of local Cretan products and is one of the healthiest human nutritions. Meals are prepared with pure olive oil and are accompanied with wine and raki , the fire water as foreigners call it. Music and dance are very much part of Cretans' celebrations, expressing the Cretan people's passion for life. The Cretans are indeed people with a temperament and truly one of a kind! Tel.: +30 28970 33767 - 33535 Fax.: +30 28970 33768 E-mail:

29. Artemis Travel Agency island’s geography and places of interest, its rich history and culture alongwith some useful information that might be helpful during your stay in crete. http://www.creteholidays.net/aboutcrete.asp

30. Interkriti:Your Gateway To Crete, Hotels, Apartments, Car Rental, Travel Agencie Iraklioncrete.Tel +3081 283219 The history and culture of crete, fromthe first centuries of the christian era to our present time. http://www.interkriti.gr/cgi-bin/ikrsearch.cgi?display=1&category=f2culture

31. Interkriti:Your Gateway To Crete, Hotels, Apartments, Car Rental, Travel Agencie Psychro Lassithi Plateau (402) The cave of Psychro is one of the most importantcult places of Minoan crete by The Hellenic Ministry of culture more from http://www.interkriti.gr/cgi-bin/ikrsearch.cgi?display=1&keyword=www.culture.gr

32. FORTHnet Directory: Arts & Culture (Eastern Crete) FORTHnet Directory The Greek Internet directory Categories / Arts culture(Eastern crete). Categories / Arts culture. Eastern crete. Subcategories. http://dir.forthnet.gr/1-6-en.html

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33. FORTHnet Directory: Arts & Culture (Western Crete) FORTHnet Directory The Greek Internet directory Categories / Arts culture(Western crete). Categories / Arts culture. Western crete. Subcategories. http://dir.forthnet.gr/1-14-en.html

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34. Crete - Impressions Of The Countryside, Sights, Culture Click for Heraklion, Greece Forecast, Impressions of crete ~ countryside,sights and culture ~ our tour summer 2002, Rethymno, Chania, http://ukoehler.bei.t-online.de/Crete/Crete-index.html

Impressions of Crete ~ countryside, sights and culture ~ our tour summer 2002 Rethymno Chania Knossos Monastery Arkadi countryside handicraft pages will follow soon :-) picture links open new windows - please close them, to return Our vacation in Crete were fantastic and beyond our expectation. The charming Greek island cast a spell on us and we decided, to visit this lovely place again. The rides by car through the up to 3000 m high mountains over narrow serpentines and through old villages gave us wonderful impressions and exciting experiences. In the mountains graze many flocks of sheep and goats and you must always be prepared, that they cross the road or even the only highway on Crete, which has just one lane in each direction. Some of the villages are known for their beautiful traditional handicraft. The women knot lovely handbags and elaborately weave and embroider charming pattern for tableclothes, doyles, scarfs etc. which they hang out at the facade of their houses, to show them the visitors. In this way those villages are rich decorated with these beautiful works. In the evening people are sitting before their houses, making handicraft, talking, playing cards... - an idyllic scene! The Cretan ancient history and culture with its myths and legends, like this of the Minotaurus, who was kept in the labyrinth of the Minoan palace at Knossos, each year attract thousands of visitors from all over the world. One of the greatest attractions on Crete is the excavation place at Knossos, with the almost 4000 years old palace of king Minos. Some of the buildings are scrupulously and faithfully restored and the place as a whole conveys an overwhelming impression of the ancient Minoan culture. It is ever again fascinating to face the amazing feats, which were created thousands of years ago!

35. Ethics Of Greek Culture To 500 BC By Sanderson Beck mainland were influenced by this culture, but the largest cities were Knossos,Phaistos, Mallia, and Gournia on the central and eastern portions of crete. http://www.san.beck.org/EC18-Greekto500.html

36. GNTO-Greek Islands-Crete-History & Culture According to mythology, Zeus, the God of gods, was born in crete. According to anotheraspect, Pasiphae gave a boat to Daedalus to help him escape from crete. http://www.hri.org/infoxenios/english/crete/history.html

BIRTH OF ZEUS According to mythology, Zeus, the God of gods, was born in Crete. Cronus, his father, trying to avoid his parents' curse that one of his children would take away from him the ruling of the sky, murdered his children one-by-one, by eating them. His wife, Rhea, terrified and chased by her husband, sought refuge in a cave in the ancient "Aegean Mountain", and, with the help of Uranus and Gaia, gave birth to her last child. Cronus was fooled with a rock in dipers and the loud singing and dancing of demons "Kourites", covering the noise of the newborn's cry. Zeus was rased by the Nymphs, drinking milk from goat Amalthia, the later became a star and her skin was Zeus' shield. When Zeus grew up, he defeated Cronus and became the ruler of the sky. The rock that had fooled his father was put in Delfphi, to remind mortals and gods of his glorious power. MINOS' REIGN Minos bewed Pasiphae, the daughter of Sun and nymph Crete and together had eight children, Androgeos, Katreas, Glafkos, Dafkalion, Ariadne, Xenodiki, Akalli and Phaedra. According to mythology, when Minos asked Neptune for a sign that would mean he would become the King of Crete, from the sea emerged a beautiful bull that Minos refused to sacrifice, thus irritating Neptune who punished Minos by making his wife Pasiphae fall in love with the white bull. Pasiphae, with the help of a wooden cow made by Daedalus, was united with the bull and gave birth to Minotaur, who had the body of a human and the head of a bull. According to myth, this creature lived in the Labyrinth, in the palace's underground and was fed with the blood of youngsters. The famous Athenean hero Theseus defeated Minotaur and releaved Athens from the harsh "blood tax" that paid to this supernatural creature.

37. Nature & Culture In CRETE. Alternative Tourism In Crete Greece Nature culture in crete, Copyright © 2001 2003 Nature culture in crete SpecialInterest Travel Services Hotel Management. Alternative tourism in crete. http://www.natureculture.gr/

www.NatureCulture.GR A. SPECIAL INTEREST TRAVEL ACCOMMODATION NATURE CULTURE SPORT ACTIVITIES HEALTH GROUPS CAR SERVICES HELICOPTER SERVICE VARIOUS ACTIVITIES B. HOTEL MANAGEMENT SERVICES Hotel Organization in general Reservations Department Consulting Map of CRETE Map of GREECE MAIN AREAS IN CRETE Chania Heraklion Rethymno Lassithi ... Useful Links Welcome to Crete Greece ! A. SPECIAL INTEREST TRAVEL in CRETE Alternative Tourism all year round 1. ACCOMMODATION Hotels Apartments Camping Traditional Accommodation Villas 2. NATURE Walking-Trekking-Caving-Climbing etc Eco-tourism Hunting Botanical Activities Bird Watching (Biotopes) Museums of Natural History Sight Seeing 3. CULTURE

38. Photos Of Crete Island - N A T U R E & C U L T U R E IN C R E T E Alternative tourism in crete Photo gallery of crete island, Greece Nature culture travel in crete. Nature culture in crete, http://www.natureculture.gr/crete_photo_gallery.html

CRETE PHOTO GALLERY www.NatureCulture.GR photo by Wolfgang Kistler photo by Erno Verhoeven photo by Wolfgang Kistler Kokkini Hani Heraklion, GR 715 00 Crete island, Greece Tel. +3.0810.332102, 332103 Fax. +3.0810.301999 http://www.NatureCulture.gr e-mail: info@NatureCulture.gr

39. Interkriti: Search Result Aerial Tour Take PEGASUS, our motorized paraglider, for a virtual aerialtour over crete. During your flight you will enjoy fantastic http://www.interkriti.org/culture/

40. Interkriti: The Historical Museum Of Crete, Iraclion Iraklioncrete.Tel +3 0810 283219 A visit to the Historical Museum of crete willbring to life for you the history and culture of crete, from the first http://www.interkriti.org/museums/hismus.htm

SEARCH CRETE BASICS AERIAL TOUR Mon Apr 7 01:35:37 2003 (GR Time) Links Iraklion El Greco N.Kazantzakis Search... Culture Museums THE HISTORICAL MUSEUM OF CRETE 7 Kalokairinou St. Iraklion-Crete.Tel +3 0810 283219 A visit to the Historical Museum of Crete will bring to life for you the history and culture of Crete, from the first centuries of the christian era to our present time. The museum, housed in the neoclassical residence of the Kalokairinos family, was founded in 1952, on the initiative of Andreas Kalokairinos, by the Society for Cretan Historical studies. The collections are displayed on three floors, arranged chronologiacally and by subject. Medieval and Renaissance Collection: Byzantine, Venetian and Turkish sculpture and epigraphs; frescoes from the 13th to the 16th centuries; portable icons of the Cretan School from the 15th to the 18th centuries; ecclesiastical vessels and vestments ; wood carvings; coins; jwelry and miniatures from the Byzantine and Venetian periods. The collection contains the only painting on Crete by Domenicos Theotokopoulos (El Greco): View of mount Sinai and the Monastery, c. 1570.

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